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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Schools in Colorado
By Deepam Pawar, OT · Updated October 9, 2026 · Sources: ACOTE directory + each program’s own website
Colorado has 2 occupational therapy assistant programs listed by ACOTE (2 associate, 0 bachelor's). Graduates take the NBCOT COTA exam and then apply for a state license. OTAs in Colorado earn a median $75,340 a year.
Compare OTA programs in Colorado
NBCOT COTA results, length and published cost side by side. Accredited programs first, sorted by 2025 pass rate.
| Program | Degree | NBCOT 2025 | Length | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pima Medical Institute-Denver Denver | Associate | 93% | About 20 months | — |
| Pueblo Community College Pueblo | Associate | 82% | — | Fall |
— = not published or not yet verified. Costs are as each school publishes them (full-program tuition; * = all-in total). NBCOT = share of new graduates passing in 2025. Click a program for sources and quotes.
All OTA programs in Colorado
| Program | City | Length | Format | NBCOT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pima Medical Institute-Denver Associate of Occupational Science (AOS) | Denver | About 20 months | See program | 93% ’25 | Accredited |
| Pueblo Community College Associate of Applied Science (AAS) | Pueblo | 5 semesters (18 months academic + 16 weeks fieldwork) | Day, full-time, in person (summer hybrid class) | 82% ’25 | Accredited |
Status and degree level from the ACOTE directory. Length and format only where confirmed on the program’s own website. NBCOT = share of the program’s new graduates who passed the NBCOT exam in the latest year reported (NBCOT school performance data, retrieved 2026-10-08); new programs have no results yet.
Online and hybrid OTA programs in Colorado
None of the OTA programs in Colorado reports 50% or more distance education to ACOTE or describes a hybrid format on its website. Every accredited OTA program includes in-person labs and fieldwork.
Pay in Colorado
U.S. median for occupational therapy assistants: $72,300. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (SOC 31-2011). Compare all states.
OTAs in Colorado are licensed by the Colorado Office of Occupational Therapy (Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Professions and Occupations). How to get licensed in Colorado → · How to become an OTA · OTA salary by state
Frequently asked questions
How many OTA programs are in Colorado?
ACOTE lists 2 occupational therapy assistant programs at 2 schools in Colorado: 2 associate-degree and 0 bachelor's-degree.
How long is OTA school in Colorado?
Most OTA associate programs take about two years including fieldwork, and every accredited OTA program includes at least 16 weeks of full-time Level II fieldwork. Check the length we confirmed for each program in the table above; some schools also require prerequisite courses before you start.
How much do OTAs make in Colorado?
The median annual wage for occupational therapy assistants in Colorado was $75,340 (BLS, May 2025).
How do I become a COTA in Colorado?
Graduate from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, pass the NBCOT COTA exam, then apply for a license from the Colorado occupational therapy licensing board. See how licensing works.
Can I become an occupational therapist later?
Yes. Many OTAs later complete an OTA-to-OT bridge program. Colorado has 3 OT programs; see OT schools in Colorado and bridge programs.
Sources: ACOTE school directory (retrieved October 9, 2026); each program’s website; BLS OEWS (May 2025). Found an error? Tell us.